Kundi - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kundi is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Mehdikheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundi is 476869. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.77 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundi
According to the 2011 Census, Kundi village had a total population of 621 people, including 322 males and 299 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.42%, with male literacy at 71.80% and female literacy at 43.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 322 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 191 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 131 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Kundi
Kundi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kundi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Kundi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kundi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundi
Where is Kundi located?
Kundi village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundi is Mehdikheda.
What is the pincode of Kundi?
The pincode of Kundi is 451115.
What is the population of Kundi?
Kundi had a total population of 621, including 322 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Kundi?
Kundi had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundi was 58.42%. Male literacy was 71.80% and female literacy was 43.51%.